Calay News
A large fire broke out at the world’s largest refugee camp in Bangladesh, displacing 12,000 Rohingya people. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The fire reportedly began in a kitchen area and spread quickly due to strong winds, destroying hundreds of shelters made of bamboo and tarpaulin.
According to reports, the fire started in the early hours of Sunday morning, with refugees attempting to save their belongings as the flames spread rapidly. There have been no reports of casualties, but many families have lost everything they own, including their identification papers and other important documents.
The Rohingya refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, is home to over 900,000 refugees who have fled persecution in Myanmar. The camp has been in existence since 2017, and the conditions are challenging, with overcrowding, poor sanitation, and limited access to basic necessities.
The fire has destroyed an estimated 400 shelters, leaving many families without a roof over their heads. The Bangladesh government has provided emergency supplies and set up shelters, but the situation remains dire. The United Nations and aid agencies are providing support to the displaced refugees.
The fire is not the first to affect the camp, with previous incidents highlighting the challenges faced by the Rohingya people. The overcrowding and poor conditions have been a concern for some time, and the latest fire underscores the urgent need for more sustainable solutions.
The Rohingya people are considered one of the most persecuted minorities in the world, and the international community has called for an end to the violence and discrimination they face. The fire at the Cox’s Bazar refugee camp has highlighted the need for continued support for the Rohingya people and for more sustainable solutions to address the challenges faced by refugees worldwide.
